According to the
Milan (Italy)
La Gazzetta dello Sport is reporting that AC Milan are actively working on their reinforcement plans for this summer, and are close to signing Serbian center back Strašinja following the signing of Spanish striker Morata last week-
Pavlovich (name)
. In addition, Milan is also considering bringing in Monaco midfielder
Fofana (name)
and Udinese midfielder
Samardzic (name)
to further bolster the team's lineup.
Pavlovic, 23 years old, 194 centimeters tall and 85 kilograms in weight, has excellent defensive abilities and is capable of playing in both three and four defender formations. He currently plays for Red Bull Salzburg and has made 38 appearances for the Serbian national team. Pavlovic started all of this summer's Europa League group stage matches.
As Milan conceded 69 goals last season, the team is looking to solve their defensive problems by bringing in Pavlovic. Initially, Red Bull Salzburg's asking price for Pavlovic was €30 million, but after Milan's negotiations in recent weeks, the two sides are close to reaching an agreement. Milan is currently offering a transfer fee of €18 million, and Red Bull Salzburg are hoping for a higher price, which may eventually be agreed upon in terms of €20 million plus bonuses.
Pavlovic has accepted a five-year contract offered by Milan with an annual salary of €1.5 million, which is already more than double his current annual salary (€700,000). The transfer is expected to be officially completed this week.
Milan also plan to continue to attract reinforcements to strengthen the midfield position, Fofana and Samardzic are their attraction target.
Fofana (name)
: With only one year left on his contract, Milan offered 15 million euros for him, but that has not reached Monaco's asking price. The two clubs will continue to negotiate over the phone.
Samardzic (name)
Milan have also offered 15 million euros to Udinese for Samardzic. This week, Samardzic's father and agent will travel to Milan's headquarters for an interview.
Milan's reinforcements show the club's great attention and determination for the new season. Fans expect these new additions to enhance the overall strength of the team and lay a solid foundation for the new season.
